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Jasper F.


Troy, IL

$24-30/hr2 yrs exp

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Registered Behavioral Technician for 2 years with 2+ years of childcare. I'm experienced with caring for more than one child and have worked with newborns to teens. I've provided care for people with a variety of disabilities and needs. I'm able to adapt to your preferred parenting style and routines. CPR and first aid...
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Olivia W.


Glen Carbon, IL

$18-30/hr6 yrs exp

Part/Full Time Caregiver/Nanny

5.0

(2)

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Hi! My name is Olivia. Growing up as the second youngest in a family of 9, I completely understand the need for an extra set of hands around the house. Cleaning, cooking, homework help, potty training; whatever it may be, I am passionate about working with Children and Children with Special Need and can help you and your family...
5.0
"Olivia is one of the only people I trust with my 1 year old and 1 month old. She's the best sitter, always playing, singing, and teaching my little one. I highly recommend her to anyone in need of someone to...

Reviewed by Kayla M.

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Elise H.


Edwardsville, IL

$11-20/hr1 yrs exp

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This past summer, I have worked as a camp counselor. This job included watching 15-25 kids everyday for 3 months. I plan to teach after I graduate college and would love more experience working with kids. I have also spent one on one time with special needs kids and am equipped to take care of them.
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Olivia W.


Glen Carbon, IL

$20-30/hr2 yrs exp

Senior Caregiver For Assisted Living Individuals

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Hi! My name is Olivia and I am a private Senior Caregiver for assisted living individuals. I have the privilege of attending to the elderly and special needs community in their homes. I have gained great experience in working with individuals who have Autism, Dementia, Alzheimer's disease, Cerebral Palsy, tube feeds, epileptic...
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Ashley M.


O Fallon, IL

$10-30/hr8 yrs exp

Babysitter.. Special Needs Experience

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I have worked with children for over 8 years, special needs for 3 years.
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Layla S.


Edwardsville, IL

$11-20/hr2 yrs exp

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I have the pleasure of fulfilling the roles as sister, aunt, and friend which have allowed me to have lots of experience taking care of children with a variety of needs! Some of the tasks I am experienced in are taking children to and from school, preparing meals, facilitating activities, and monitoring/helping with homework....
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Katelynn P.


Caseyville, IL

$18-25/hr3 yrs exp

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I am 23 years old and the oldest of my siblings, so I have grown up watching and taking care of them. I am pet friendly, having two dogs of my own, and am not allergic to any animals as well. I am a very loving, caring, and patient person when it comes to children. I have volunteered with special needs children for about 3...
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Leslie H.


Edwardsville, IL

$33/hr6 yrs exp

Caregiver For Elderly Or Disabled.

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I attended vocational school in high school for nursing for two years. I became an CNA in 1983, I worked in several nursing homes, hospitals and home care. I have taken care of elderly and special needs kids. I have not done any home care for several years, I was most recently an operations manager for a large transportation...
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Ashley M.


O Fallon, IL

$10-40/hr3 yrs exp

Registered Behavior Tech- Specializing In Applied Behavior Analysis And Autism- Will Babysit Or Do Therapy

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I have a masters in special education and applied behavior analysis and am working toward my hours to sit for the Board certified behavior analyst exam. I have a bachelors in general studies with an emphasis in child development and a minor in sociology. I have worked as an ABA therapist for the past three years working with...
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Olivia W.


Glen Carbon, IL

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

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Hi! My name is Olivia . Growing up as the second youngest in a family of 9, I completely understand the need for an extra set of hands around the house. Cleaning, cooking, homework help, potty training; whatever it may be, I am passionate about working with Children and Children with Special Needs and can help you and your...
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Leslie H.


Edwardsville, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Dependable, Mature Caregiver

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I attended vocational school in high school for nursing for two years. I worked in several nursing homes, hospitals and home care. I have taken care of elderly and special needs kids. What I can bring to the table is years of past experience and I am dependable, caring, and mature and I will treat your loved one like my own...
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Madelyn G.


Glen Carbon, IL

$15-17/hr5 yrs exp

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Hello! My name is Madelyn and I am a 19-year-old student at SIUE. I have been babysitting since high school for many different families, and worked as a pre school teacher this last year at a daycare. I am looking for a part time nannying job, and more occasional babysitting opportunities. I have experience with children new...
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Leslie H.


Edwardsville, IL

$12-17/hr5 yrs exp

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I attended vocational school in high school for nursing for two years. I worked in several nursing homes, hospitals and home care. I have taken care of elderly and special needs kids. What I can bring to the table is years of past experience and I am dependable, caring, and mature and I will treat your loved one like my own...
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Emily F.


Collinsville, IL

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Summer Nanny For The Past 2 Summers And Now Looking For Babysitting Jobs Throughout The School Year

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I have spent the last 4 summers nannying for a family with two boys. Over the past 6 years I've babysat for many families with kids ranging from 2 months old to 13 years old and feel comfortable helping to take care of kids anywhere in between those ages! Currently I am taking a semester off from college but am looking to help...
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Callie K.


Edwardsville, IL

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

5.0

(4)

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I have babysat and nannied for many children of all ages from infants to preteens since I was about 14. I have a 1-year-old niece and many young cousins. I have worked with special needs kids through tutoring, the special Olympics, and working at an autism clinic. I have experience in cleaning, cooking, yard work, tutoring, etc....
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"Callie is a wonderful sitter. She watched my daughters and took care of the family pet. The house was always in order and the kids loved her."

Reviewed by Jarod H.

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Anastasia B.


Edwardsville, IL

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

Anastasia

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I currently work as a Registered Behavior Technician 3 days a week. I have also worked with a man through DORS who had epilepsy and developmental delays. I would love to talk with you about this opportunity.
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Elizabeth T.


Collinsville, IL

$13-18/hr3 yrs exp

Passion For Caregiving.

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I treat everyone as family. I am 40 years old and mother of four children. Looking for work in between these short school hours. I have work in healthcare in the past also went to college for a medical assistant, but life had other plans. I have a son who has Cerebral palsy With multiple conditions. I've learned a lot taking...
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Karina M.


Belleville, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Loving Energetic And All About Education At Any Age

5.0

(2)

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I am the Eldest of 3 and raised by a single mother who owned an in home daycare for 20+ years now as well as being a foster parent that meant at a very young age I was already helping take care of children throughout the years I worked with my mom and also maintained education 18 I got my first real job with a company for Autism...
5.0
"Karina watched my young daughter and twin toddler boys ft and was always reliable, pleasant, and a joy. She took care of their needs, picked up after the kids so I never came home to mess made while I was...

Reviewed by Desiree L.

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Mackenzie W.


Highland, IL

$11-20/hr5 yrs exp

Energetic And Educated Sitter

5.0

(2)

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Hi! My name is Mackenzie and I am a college student who loves caring for children in her free time. I have experience nannying two summers in a row for 2, 4, 12 and 14-year-olds 6-8 hours a day. Also, I spent last summer working for an elementary school as a classroom aid for a special needs summer program. Got multiples? No...
5.0
"If you are looking for a responsible, energetic, fun sitter...Mackenzie is for you! She is wise beyond her years, a great sitter, AND so much more! She is the top of my list to babysit my 4 kids. She watched...

Reviewed by Jill S.

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Rebecca K.


Belleville, IL

$20-33/hr4 yrs exp

5.0

(3)

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Hey! I've been a full time nanny for almost five years, and a preschool/daycare teacher for one! Throughout the years I've cared for every age between infant and 17 years, but specialising in special needs toddlers. Currently I'm nannying a lovely toddler, but I would love to become your date night sitter. Before choosing the...
5.0
"Rebecca is always on time and happy to help."

Reviewed by Madison M.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Troy, IL

Olivia W.

5.0

Olivia is one of the only people I trust with my 1 year old and 1 month old. She's the best sitter, always playing, singing, and teaching my little one. I highly recommend her to anyone in need of someone to love on their babies while they are away!

- Kayla M.

Callie K.

5.0

Callie is absolutely great! She babysat my daughter who loved her. Sometimes I would come home earlier than expected or would have to run home really quick before leaving again and they would always be playing a game, doing hair, painting, etc. I always came home to a house that was cleaner than...

- Tiffany S.

Karina M.

5.0

Karina was a blessing to my family. My kiddos came to me in December (foster kiddos) and one little guy struggled with some big behaviors. We tried daycare which we struggled with and then Karina entered our lives. She was amazing from day one! She provided structure and a loving environment for...

- Ashley C.

Mackenzie W.

5.0

If you are looking for a responsible, energetic, fun sitter...Mackenzie is for you! She is wise beyond her years, a great sitter, AND so much more! She is the top of my list to babysit my 4 kids. She watched my kids when they were infants through pre-teens and proved she was amazing with kids at...

- Jill S.

Rebecca K.

5.0

Rebecca, was amazing! She worked for us a number of times while my husband was deployed. She was always on time, drove my children to appointments, played with them, made crafts, took them on walks to the park and gave me a sense of security while I worked. She was responsible and a great...

- Suzanne T.

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